Apple’s warning to stores: Foreign SIM = penalty; outlets face closure risk

Apple distributors are warning Indian retailers against activating new iPhones, especially the iPhone 17 series, with foreign SIMs within 90 days, citing hefty penalties and store code blocking. This crackdown follows a surge in iPhone 17 models being diverted to high-margin markets like Russia, Africa, and the Middle East, causing domestic shortages. Retailers are pushing…

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Apple distributors have a ‘warning’ for mobile phone stores in India: “If any device sold from your outlet is found to be…”

Apple distributors are warning Indian retailers against activating new iPhones, especially the iPhone 17 series, with foreign SIMs within 90 days, citing hefty penalties and store code blocking. This crackdown follows a surge in iPhone 17 models being diverted to high-margin markets like Russia, Africa, and the Middle East, causing domestic shortages. Retailers are pushing…

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India–Canada trade talks: Piyush Goyal says negotiations to restart; both nations target $50 billion trade by 2030

India and Canada are set to resume negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, aiming to boost bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030. This move signals renewed trust and investor confidence, following a period of strained relations. The agreement will explore collaboration in critical minerals, technology, and energy sectors.

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Wholesome desserts kids will love without the sugar rush

Parents can now prepare healthy, delicious desserts for kids, moving beyond sugary indulgences. Ideas like fruit yogurt bark, banana oat cookies, apple nachos, chia seed pudding, and date and nut bliss balls offer nutritious alternatives. These treats are packed with essential nutrients, naturally sweetened, and appealing to children, ensuring guilt-free enjoyment for the whole family.

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Lupita Nyong’o says she was offered more slave roles even after her Oscar win; ‘I’m not a theory; I’m an actual person’

Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o revealed that despite her Academy Award for ’12 Years a Slave’, she was primarily offered similar slave roles. She faced doubts about her career’s longevity but remains committed to challenging stereotypes of Africans in cinema. Nyong’o prioritizes authentic portrayals over perpetuating expected narratives, even if it means fewer roles.

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‘Gustaakh Ishq’ actor Vijay Varma on embracing gentle romance with Fatima Sana Shaikh: I dont want to sing and dance’

Vijay Varma is turning a new leaf, trading his recent intense roles for a romantic character in Vibhu Puri’s ‘Gustaakh Ishq’. He credits his stage experience for making this change seamless, despite his ‘intense’ label. Expressing a childlike excitement at performing alongside the legendary Naseeruddin Shah, Varma also hints at his ambitions to tackle comedy…

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Dharmendra passes away at 89 in at his residence in Mumbai, Karan Johar posts: ‘An end of an era’

Veteran actor Dharmendra, Bollywood’s ‘He-Man’, has passed away in Mumbai at 89 after a brief illness. Renowned for his six-decade career and over 300 films, including the iconic ‘Sholay’, he leaves an indelible mark on Indian cinema. His final film, ‘Ikkis’, is slated for release next year. Dharmendra’s legacy is celebrated for his versatility and…

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Maharashtra TET answer key 2025 for paper 1, 2 expected soon: Here is how to use response sheets to submit objections

Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (MAHA TET) 2025, held on November 23, 2025, is nearing its next phase. Candidates can soon access provisional answer keys and their response sheets on the official website, mahatet.in. This allows for a crucial objection window to address any discrepancies before final results are announced, ensuring accuracy for all participants.

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